Projects
3017 MAMLS Rapid Part Replacement via Digital Light Processing (DLP)
December 05, 2018
The objective of this project was to evaluate and advance the ability of emerging DLP technology to supply low-criticality components that fulfill sustainment part functions for rapid, custom, and... Read More
3018 DoD ACADEMI Expansion Initiative
December 04, 2018
The objective of this project was to modify and expand the existing course offering for The Advanced Curriculum in Additive Design, Engineering and Manufacturing Innovation (ACADEMI) program... Read More
3015 MAMLS Demonstration of 3D CBAM Build Process for Low Criticality Part Families
November 09, 2018
Composite-based additive manufacturing (CBAM) technology provides an avenue for overcoming the difficulties associated with maintaining legacy systems by providing on-demand composite parts... Read More
3014 Evaluation of Defects in Metal LPBF AM using Multiple Lasers
November 08, 2018
The objective of this effort was to understand the metallurgical defects in multiple laser LPBF systems and apply nondestructive evaluation (NDE) methods to identify potential defects in service.... Read More
3012 Accelerating MAMLS Direct Part Production: Effect of Defects in Laser Powder Bed Fusion AlSi10Mg
November 08, 2018
The objective of this program was to study the effects of a lack of fusion defects and powder contamination in the LPBF process. Several applications were identified involving casting-type alloys... Read More
3013 MAMLS Understanding Stochastic Powder Bed Fusion AM Flaw Formation & Impact on Fatigue
November 07, 2018
The objective of this project was to explore the relationships between PBFAM processes, the generation of stochastic flaws, and the subsequent impact such flaws have on fatigue properties. An... Read More
3009 Additive Manufacturing Build Interruption Effects (AMBIE)
March 01, 2018
The objective of the project was to develop a comprehensive data set of build interruptions for two commonly used alloys (AlSi10Mg and IN625) processed with LPBF. The compiled data sets can be... Read More
3006 MAMLS Phase 2 – Bell Crank Family of Parts
February 14, 2018
This project aimed to improve the ability of the Air Logistics Complex (ALC) to rapidly find replacements for challenging parts required for legacy aircraft. Specifically, the effort focused on... Read More
3007 MAMLS ph2 – Oil Cooler Family of Parts
February 14, 2018
The objective of the project was to technically substantiate a qualification pathway by generating data through coupon, sub-element, and full component testing, modeling, and data correlation. The... Read More
3008 MAMLS Ph2 – Fairings Family of Parts
February 14, 2018
production of AM aircraft fairings into a family of parts solution. The focus was on the hybrid AM approach of composite sandwich panels that could lead to the production of aircraft... Read More
1082 Measurement Science for Advanced Manufacturing (MSAM)
June 22, 2017
The objective of this project was to address metallic material systems and manufacturing processes in three high priority thrust areas to:
- Develop, integrate, and validate a robust,... Read More
3003 High Performance Additive Manufactured Thermoplastics
August 09, 2017
The objective of this program was to build upon previous results from America Makes Project Call #1 project entitled “Maturation of Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) Component Manufacturing” by... Read More